The Fleetwood Tennis Centre Syndrome, and with a twist. by John Joyce
Self congratulating to the max . I call it the Fleetwood Tennis Centre annual meeting syndrome but it could be any company gathering or social club. The vice president of the committee stands up and says how wonderful everything is going. Someone else on the committee states that so and so contributed to the smooth running of the organisation. We then learn that the place is a marvel of success and is used as a model in new regions of the province. Someone else is noted as a key contributor and they shyly acknowledge the clapping. Membership is up and the finances are explained with handouts signed by a double C.A. No one understands a word about the finances except the delayed increase in fees approved by in absentia by the quorum Within five minutes everyone on the committee has been applauded plus four ex members who were instrumental in having the place built. Of course, the only thing missing is a few hallelujahs and many amen brother p